Cerebral Palsy Research FoundationP.O. Box 8217
5111 East 21st




 Street
Wichita, Kansas 67208
Phone:




 (316) 688-1888
Fax:




 (316) 688-5687
E-Mail:




   info@cprf.org Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation
P.O. Box 8217
5111 East 21st




 Street
Wichita, Kansas 67208
Phone:




 (316) 688-1888
Fax:




 (316) 688-5687
E-Mail:




   info@cprf.org
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P.O. Box 8217
5111 East 21st




 Street
Wichita, Kansas 67208
Phone:




 (316) 688-1888
Fax:




 (316) 688-5687
E-Mail:




   info@cprf.org

The diverse nature of CPRF, opens the door to many opportunities to report on programs, activities and success.

June 6, 2008 - Commissioner appoints transit director to local advisory board
May 21, 2008 - National service program supports local nonprofit
May 9, 2008 - Foundation spreads holiday cheer by supporting annual event
May 9, 2008 - CPRF names new Atlanta computer school director
April 22, 2008 - Wichita grant professionals amoung first nationally certified in field
March 3, 2008 - Web consultant appointed to State Rehabilitation Council
February 7, 2008 - Tri-county transit councils appoint CPRF director to chair
October 31, 2007 - LITC continues to help families with new grant
June 11, 2007 - World’s Fair revived, raises $90,000 for Kansans with disabilities
January 25, 2007 - EDS grant keeps computer school on cutting edge
October 10, 2006 - Champions for Children celebrate and look ahead
September 12, 2006 - Computer school graduates enter job market
July 25, 2006 - Live poker event will set viewing record
March 17, 2006 - Lifetime of perseverance basis for award
November 14, 2005 - Low income families get tax help
October 12, 2005 - Nonprofit computer school gets a piece of a $20M+ pie to train and place people with disabilities in Kansas and Georgia
July 15, 2005 - Recent computer school graduates ready to enter job market
June 30, 2005 - Local businesswoman preps graduates for workforce
June 16, 2005 - Hansen Foundation grant supports local author's dream
June 9, 2005 - Local computer school graduates six more students
May 23, 2005 - Local computer school earns national title
April 15, 2005 - Graduates hit area job market armed with MOS certification
March 23, 2005 - Computer certified graduates a good match for area employers
March 2, 2005 - BTCO awarded certificate of achievement for 2004
October 1, 2004 - National spotlight shines on apartments for people with disabilities
September 29, 2004 - EDS Foundation grant supports computer training for people with disabilities
September 15, 2004 - 12 more computer-certified graduates enter area job market
August 20, 2004 - Computer certified graduates enter area job market
July 29, 2004 - Council Kick-off creates excitement
July 29, 2004 - KDOT audit names Timber Lines top transportation performer
July 29, 2004 - CPRF VP named to international board
June 29, 2004 - Computer certified graduates a good match for area employers
March 19, 2004 - Gossen Livingston Architects supports campaign efforts at CPRF
March 17, 2004 - Davis Moore Auto Group supports campaign efforts at CPRF
March 15, 2004 - Cessna Foundation joins the 'watch' at CPRF
March 12, 2004 - $300,000 Mabee challenge is met in CPRF's captital campaign
January 22, 2004 - CPRF names Annual Fund and Volunteer Services director
December 18, 2003 - Graduates enter area job market
December 11, 2003 - Feds continue support of Wichita nonprofit school
December 3, 2003 - DeVore Foundation grant supports capital improvements at CPRF
December 1, 2003 - Koch Foundation joins the 'watch' at CPRF
November 20, 2003 - $20,000 contribution gives boost to independence for people with disabilities
November 18, 2003 - Bank of America supports campaign efforts at CPRF
November 10, 2003 - Kansans maximize their hiring potential
August 5, 2003 - Boeing continues to support lifelong independence for people with disabilities
July 15, 2003 - CPRF school graduates enter area computer job market
June 27, 2003 - Kansas Health Foundation helps expand CPRF sensory room for adults with disabilities
June 25, 2003 - Seats still open for nonprofit computer school
June 5, 2003 - CPRF names Community Support Services VP
June 2, 2003 - School uses wardrobe boost to help with career placement
June 2, 2003 - Speaker defies medical predications to deliver address to fellow graduates
June 2, 2003 - Grads of Atlanta's first adaptive computer training school search for new careers
June 2, 2003 - Feds recognize Wichita IT company
June 2, 2003 - Guest speaker issues several challenges at Atlanta’s first adaptive computer training school
June 2, 2003 - Artist takes 2002 award
April 1, 2003 - Non-profit computer school maintains 86% success rate on job placement
March 10, 2003 - INTRUST grant helps renovate Wichita's most handicapped-accessible apartment complex
March 7, 2003 - Mabee Foundation issues challenge grant to help CPRF reach goal
March 5, 2003 - FHLBank grant to improve apartments for people with disabilities
March 4, 2003 - SSA awards CPRF Employment Network contract
March 4, 2003 - Wichita's only fully accessible apartments now open to more
February 7, 2003 - 8 more earn certifications at completely adaptive computer training school
February 7, 2003 - United Methodist grant mobilizes people across Kansas
December 27, 2002 - Boeing honors local manufacturer as outstanding performer
December 13, 2002 - New nonprofit venture opens technology careers to people with disabilities
November 27, 2002 - Wichita Community Foundation gift helps adults with disabilities
November 26, 2002 - CPRF therapist named 2002 Occupational Therapist of the Year
November 26, 2002 - Disability resource tool now available online
November 19, 2002 - Adaptive computer class graduates enter job market
November 6, 2002 - National activist to honor founder, chairman at 30th Anniversary event
September 17, 2002 - CPRF promotes professionals
September 17, 2002 - Fifteen join CPRF team
September 11, 2002 - Sedgwick County Master Gardeners Recognize CPRF volunteer
August 1, 2002 - IT giant takes Wichita computer school to Atlanta to improve the lives of people with disabilities
July 26, 2002 - Adaptive computer school graduates enter area job market
June 5, 2002 - Graduates of adaptive computer school ready for IT careers
May 2, 2002 - Eight join CPRF team
April 30, 2002 - Adaptive Computer school graduates enter area job market
March 4, 2002 - Scholarship applications available online for computer training
February 26, 2002 - CPRF Timbers apartment complex experiences vacancies
January 29, 2002 - Adaptive computer school graduates earn national certifications
January 28, 2002 - CPRF Professional takes Paratransit chair
January 28, 2002 - CPRF professional takes Paratransit Council chair
December 18, 2001 - IMA employees give holiday gift to help people with disabilities
November 28, 2001 - Adaptive computer school opens technology training center
November 27, 2001 - Graduates enter IT market with national certifications
November 5, 2001 - Scholarships provide training toward IT careers
October 23, 2001 - Four join CPRF team
October 4, 2001 - IT giant funds scholarships to take Wichita school to Atlanta
September 4, 2001 - CPRF announces new staff
July 23, 2001 - Graduates earn national certifications from adaptive school
June 28, 2001 - CPRF announces new staff
June 26, 2001 - $80K grant helps open state-of-the-art assistive device training center
June 1, 2001 - School provides area new resource for computer professionals
May 21, 2001 - Bird Sanctuary dedication marks start of adult learning opportunity
May 14, 2001 - Manufacturing president gains national recognition
May 10, 2001 - Local foundation strengthens board of directors
May 1, 2001 - Raytheon Aircraft helps provide rides for people with disabilities
April 20, 2001 - Computer training scholarships available to people with disabilities
April 19, 2001 - CPRF announces new staff
April 19, 2001 - Adaptive computer school graduates earn national certifications
April 5, 2001 - Wichita journalist recognized for personal dedication
April 4, 2001 - County to begin bird habitat project for adult learning center
March 26, 2001 - Boeing employees give wheelchair users a ‘lift’
March 14, 2001 - Transportation council chooses CPRF professional for board
February 23, 2001 - CPRF announces new staff
January 16, 2001 - Adaptive school graduates earn computer certifications
January 5, 2001 - Adaptive computer school graduates achieve national certifications
January 3, 2001 - CPRF names new Adult Day Services director
December 22, 2000 - CPRF names new quality assurance director
December 21, 2000 - New computer training facility gets nod from VA
December 20, 2000 - Wichita Eagle gift brings computers to adults with Disabilities
December 19, 2000 - Senate sends $400,000 to Wichita to help employ people with disabilities
December 11, 2000 - IMA employees give holiday gift to people with disabilities
November 27, 2000 - Professionals sought for counseling and work incentives network
October 23, 2000 - Local organization helps make computer training possible
October 17, 2000 - Local apartment complex chosen as top performer by HUD
October 9, 2000 - Million dollar grant opens careers for people with disabilities
October 3, 2000 - Next generation takes reins at Wichita-based non profit
September 25, 2000 - Local foundation becomes first with secure, on-line donations and global certification for Web accessibility
September 15, 2000 - New adaptive school graduates 1st class with national certifications
August 25, 2000 - Manufacturer celebrates 25 years of employing people with disabilities
August 22, 2000 - Boeing employees benefit Wichita’s only customized seating clinic
August 21, 2000 - Boeing employees’ contribution benefits Wichita’s only customized seating clinic
July 31, 2000 - CPRF board member honored by Prudential volunteer award
May 25, 2000 - Local manufacturer delivers first bumper stickers to keep teens safe
May 22, 2000 - Local manufacturing employee has vested interest in Eritrea/Ethiopia border dispute
May 10, 2000 - Learning center dedication opens classes to adults with disabilities
April 20, 2000 - WSU students make music with adults with disabilities
April 20, 2000 - Traumatic brain injury program gives Wichita man second chance
April 14, 2000 - Local manufacturer turns sights to St. Louis
March 15, 2000 - Adaptive computer school graduates first 13 students
February 15, 2000 - Hockey players serve dinner for adaptive computer training
February 4, 2000 - Registration continues at adaptive school
January 27, 2000 - Students get lesson from Governor's office
December 29, 1999 - Registration continues at adaptive school
December 21, 1999 - Registration begins at adaptive school
November 9, 1999 - Wichita businessman garners Tentmaker Award
October 26, 1999 - $100,000 Boeing commitment helps launch $1.2 million project